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Ho-Ja (Shepherd's Bush)

Ho-Ja (Shepherd's Bush)

Taiwanese restaurant
Β£10–20
3.7(Asian Rating, 38.3% of reviews)

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Today's Hours:
Tuesday (Closed) 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
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Restaurant Summary (AI Digest)
Overall
Authenticity Concerns (16)
Positive Chicken Popcorn (10)
Beef Noodle Soup Issues (9)
Affordable Pricing (8)

Praised Dishes

🍜

"Generally well-received, with some praising the flavorful broth, though quality can vary."

13
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"Frequently mentioned as delicious, fresh, and a good representation of Taiwanese street food."

7
πŸ”

"A popular and well-liked dish, often praised for its authentic Taiwanese flavor and crispy texture."

6
🍚

"A classic Taiwanese dish, though opinions vary on authenticity and quality."

6
πŸ§‹

"A beloved drink, often considered better than mainstream bubble tea chains."

5

Dishes to Consider

🍜

"Frequently criticized for being bland, lacking authentic flavor, or using poor quality beef."

13
🍚

"Often criticized for the rice quality or the flavor of the braised pork."

5
πŸ”

"Some reviewers found it lacking in seasoning or not prepared traditionally (missing nine-layer herb)."

4
πŸ₯Ÿ

"Described as having an odd texture."

1
πŸ¦†

"Criticized for being oily and having tough duck."

1

Service Experience Summary

Food

Chicken popcorn, beef noodles, pork buns, and beef rolls are frequently praised. Some mention authentic Taiwanese flavors and tasty dishes.

Beef noodles often criticized as bland, not authentic, or poorly prepared. Complaints about dry beef, tasteless broth, and overly microwaved food. Some dishes described as fast food quality.

Service Quality

Friendly staff. Staff are very kind and helpful.

Poor service; lack of attentiveness. Some report staff being unhelpful or ignoring requests.

Service Speed

Quick and simple place. Friendly staff.

Slow service; long wait times for food. Some report unhelpful or unfriendly staff.

Cleanliness

It's clean environment.

Shop not clean.

Environment

Cozy atmosphere. Comfortable environment.

Feels like a back stock area of a grocery store.

Atmosphere

Nice atmosphere. Cozy ambience.

Ratings

Google Rating

3.8(506 of reviews)

Asian Rating

3.7(38.3% of reviews)

Audience Ratings

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Hong Kong

3.7/5

18.5%

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Taiwan

3.6/5

8.7%

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China

3.9/5

6.7%

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Singapore

4.0/5

1.4%

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Japan

3.8/5

1.0%

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South Korea

2.8/5

0.8%

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Thailand

4.0/5

0.6%

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Vietnam

3.5/5

0.4%

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Malaysia

4.0/5

0.2%

ARS

3.86
Hours
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM